VGA to Component

Hey,

I have a HP vs17c monitor which supports 1280 x 1024 so i assume it also supports 720p(1280 x 768). I am looking for a cheap adapter where i can plug a ps3 or xbox 360 into it via component so my friends can use it when they bring their systems over. I can't find a vga to component cable or adapter so I can do this, where can I find one?

Thank You.

Hey,

I have a HP vs17c monitor which supports 1280 x 1024 so i assume it also supports 720p(1280 x 768). I am looking for a cheap adapter where i can plug a ps3 or xbox 360 into it via component so my friends can use it when they bring their systems over. I can't find a vga to component cable or adapter so I can do this, where can I find one?

Thank You.

Here you go - you need a transcoder:

http://www.ramelectronics.net/audio-video/video-converters/vga-rgb-hv-to-component-video/audio-authority-convert-vga-signal-to-component-video-9a60/prod9A60.html

that's pretty expensive, I was looking for something >$30 since I don't use it very much.

that's pretty expensive, I was looking for something >$30 since I don't use it very much.

You need to transcode VGA which is analog RGB into Component which is analog YPbPr. They are not the same thus forth a simple cable won't work.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/YPbPr

is there a cheap vga to component converter?

is there a cheap vga to component converter?

Yes - the one I linked. There are others from $250 to $500.

If it is mainly for a 360 why not just get a 360 VGA cable. You can get 1 for like $7.. Ps3 does not support VGA so no cable option there. As far as a converter goes, your better off getting a 20'' 1080p monitor with HDMI or DVI for around $200 instead of wasting your money on a converter. Most of the converter/adapters run around $150 or so like Lee stated. I seen a couple for around $40-$50 like the 1 below. Mixed results on some though.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B001ERQQJ2/ref=dp_olp_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1255565434&sr=8-11&condition=all

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=108&cp_id=10830&cs_id=1083005&p_id=4010&seq=1&format=2